Comparing blood thinners to prevent clots after weight-loss surgery
Treatments studied
Part of Heart & circulation, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study compares two blood-thinning medications, rivaroxaban (a pill) and enoxaparin (a shot), to prevent dangerous blood clots after weight-loss surgery. If you are scheduled for bariatric surgery, this trial could help determine which approach works better for someone like you.
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Who can take part
- You are between 20 and 60 years old.
- Your body mass index (BMI) is between 35 and 50.
- You are healthy enough for surgery (classified as ASA I to III).
- You do not have a serious heart condition, chronic kidney failure, liver cirrhosis, or a major psychological disorder.
Quick eligibility check
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